Respiratory Viruses (COVID, Flu, and RSV)

For questions or concerns about COVID-19 in Erie County, contact ecdhinfo@eriecountypa.gov

What is COVID-19?

COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) is a respiratory disease caused by a virus named SARS-CoV-2. It causes symptoms that can make you feel like you have a cold, the flu, or pneumonia. Some people who get COVID-19 become every ill.

Symptoms include

Fever or Chills
Cough
Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
Fatigue or Weakness
Muscle or Body aches
Headache
Loss of taste or smell
Sore Throat
Congestion or runny nose
Nausea or Vomiting
Diarrhea

Latest Updates and Frequently Asked Questions

Vaccination and Boosters

The benefit of vaccination and boosters is that it helps the body prevent severe illness and lessens the likelihood of needing hospitalization.

The Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) has updated its guidance on vaccine recommendations. Pennsylvanians and their doctors are now encouraged to also follow advice from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), and American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG).

For more details, visit The Pennsylvania Department of Health Immunization Web Page.

Testing

Community members, vaccinated or unvaccinated, are advised to get tested for COVID-19 if they have been exposed to anyone who has COVID-19 even if they do not develop symptoms or if they have symptoms such as sore throat, coughing, difficulty breathing, fever or chills, muscle or body aches, vomiting or diarrhea, or loss of taste or smell. Testing results can help determine appropriate care and treatment if needed.

Test Kits

For questions or guidance on how to use test kits, call 814-451-6700.

Preventing the spread of COVID-19

What to do if you might have flu, COVID-19 or RSV

For questions or additional guidance, call 814-451-6700.

What to do if you might have COVID-19 or RSV

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